6. George Mason University
Location: Fairfax, VA
Class of 2016 applications: 270
While many students choose to commute to classes at this Fairfax-based university, the campus also boasts active student life for the more than 23,000 undergrads enrolled. U.S. News and World Report ranks GMU at 143rd among national universities. For 2016-2017, in-state tuition runs $11,300 according to U.S. News.
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